January 2025 Newsletter – New Year, New Curriculum!
A Message From Our CEO Dear NCCDP Community, The past year was transformational for NCCDP, and I couldn’t be more excited about the path ahead. Here’s a quick look at what we accomplished in 2024: Our brand-new ADDC curriculum officially launched. Both the notebooks and corresponding presentation slides are evidence-based, comprehensive, and will raise the […]
The Interplay Of Depression And Dementia: Causes And Connections
Depression is a frequent companion to dementia, significantly affecting the lives of those diagnosed. For individuals with dementia, depression can intensify memory issues, impair decision-making, and reduce their ability to engage in daily activities. Beyond the immediate challenges, this combination can lead to feelings of hopelessness and diminished quality of life. Understanding the link between […]
The 11 Most Common Types Of Dementia Explained
Dementia affects millions worldwide, profoundly impacting memory, reasoning, and communication. It is not a single illness but a term covering various conditions caused by changes in brain function. Understanding the different types of dementia is important for caregivers, healthcare professionals, and families supporting those with cognitive challenges. While Alzheimer’s disease is the most widely known […]
How To Help Someone With Dementia Remember
Memory defines so much of who we are, shaping our experiences and connections to the world. For someone with dementia, the loss of memory can create confusion, frustration, and emotional challenges. Understanding how to help someone with dementia remember involves compassionate strategies that focus on creating familiarity, triggering memories through sensory cues, and fostering emotional […]
How To Deal With Fixation In Dementia: A Guide For Caregivers
Fixation behaviors in dementia are more than repetitive actions; they are expressions of emotional, cognitive, and physical challenges caused by the condition. From rearranging items repeatedly to focusing intensely on specific ideas, these behaviors stem from changes in the brain that disrupt attention regulation and emotional stability. Knowing how to deal with fixation in dementia […]
Dementia And Hearing Loss: Understanding The Overlooked Connection
Hearing loss is often dismissed as a natural part of aging, but its implications go beyond communication challenges. Recent studies reveal a strong link between hearing loss and dementia, especially when hearing difficulties arise during mid-life. The strain on the brain caused by impaired hearing can contribute to cognitive decline and memory loss. While not […]
December 2024 Newsletter – Announcing our CADDCT & CDP of the Year!
CADDCT/CDP OF THE YEAR 2024 NCCDP is thrilled to announce the winners of the 2024 CADDCT and CDP of the Year awards! These prestigious honors celebrate the exceptional dedication, expertise, and passion demonstrated by professionals in the dementia and geriatric care fields. The CADDCT (Certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer) and CDP (Certified Dementia […]
CDP of the Year – Jaclyn Gatto, MS, R-DMT, CDP
Jaclyn Gatto has been nominated by her peers as our CDP of the year. Jaclyn holds a Bachelors Degree from Hunter College and a Masters Degree in Dance and Movement Therapy from the Pratt Institute. She first obtained her Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) in 2021 and has been making an impact as a dementia care […]
CADDCT of the Year: Melissa Long
Our Certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Trainer (CADDCT) of the year, Melissa Long is a Certified Recreational Therapist, Director of Education and Support for Insight Memory Care Center and Owner of Recreational Therapy3, LLC. Melissa was nominated for CADDCT of the Year by her team at Insight Memory Care Center, where she serves as the […]
October 2024 Newsletter: Audiology Awareness Month
Research has increasingly highlighted the link between hearing loss and an elevated risk of cognitive decline, including dementia. By prioritizing hearing health, we not only enhance communication and social engagement but also potentially mitigate the onset of dementia-related symptoms. Read on to hear how CADDCT, Audiologist, and Neuroscientist Dr. Keith Darrow is working to bring awareness to the connection between hearing loss and dementia diagnoses!
